Cowboys secure Week 4 win but calls grow to fire special teams coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 5:10 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys earned a vital win against the Texans on October 4, bringing their season record to 2-2. Despite the victory, special teams coach Nick Sorensen faces increasing criticism after several errors, including blocked field goals. Prominent analysts and reporters have called for Sorensen's dismissal following continued special teams struggles. Although the Cowboys find themselves in a tough position, it remains rare for teams to make such changes early in the season.
- •The Cowboys defeated the Texans, improving to 2-2 this season.
- •Sorensen's special teams unit committed multiple errors, including blocked field goals.
- •Criticism of Sorensen has intensified among reporters and analysts.
- •Head coach Brian Schottenheimer's performance is also under scrutiny.
- •It is uncommon for teams to fire coaches mid-season, but pressure is mounting.
- 5:10 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys Face Mounting Calls to Fire Coach Despite Week 4 Win
"The Dallas Cowboys got a win on Sunday, a much-needed win after Rio. But one coach is still facing calls to be fired. The post Cowboys Face Mounting Calls to Fire Coach Despite Week 4 Win appeared first on HEAVY.
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